Multi Skilled Administration Officer - Dauan Island (Part Time)

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6 Weeks Annual Leave

Public Holidays (TSIRC)

Uniforms

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Dauan Island is seeking a Part-Time Administration Officer to support the Torres Strait Regional Council’s Division 2. You will provide friendly customer service and essential administrative tasks for the community.

The role requires at least 12 months in administration, a Certificate III in Business Administration, strong communication and computer skills, and a commitment to working in a culturally responsive, island community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months administration experience.
• Certificate III in Business Administration required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong customer service in frontline role.
• Detail-oriented with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, efficient customer service and administrative support to the community.
• Handle general administration tasks including enquiries, records management, and basic financial registers.
• Process purchasing requests and support procurement activities in line with policy.
• Maintain accurate records using Council systems and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Support day-to-day operations to ensure services and resources are available.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Computer skills

Cultural awareness

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration

Job description

Multi Skilled Administration Officer - Dauan Island (Part Time)

An exciting opportunity is available for a Part Time Administration Officer to join the TSIRC team at Division 2, Dauan Island

What we offer:

• Based at Division 2, Dauan Island
• 18 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave
• Additional TSIRC Public Holidays
• Uniforms
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role:

Provide friendly, efficient customer service and administrative support to the community.

Handle general administration tasks including enquiries, records management, and basic financial registers.

Process purchasing requests and support procurement activities in line with policy.

Maintain accurate records using Council systems and ensure compliance with procedures.

Support day-to-day operations to ensure services and resources are available.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 12 month's administration experience.
• Certificate III in Business Administration and or previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills in a frontline role.
• High level of attention to detail and time management skills with the ability to plan, manage and prioritise workloads.
• Excellent computer skills to operate a computer and electronic communication devices and processes.
• The ability to be culturally responsive, by demonstrating an understanding of the issues affecting Torres Strait Islander people and communicating with sensitivity and effectiveness.

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.